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Site of Original Dias Cross

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Site of Original Dias Cross

Site of Original Dias Cross

Located at the tip of the Lüderitz Peninsula, this site marks the headland where explorer Bartolomeu Dias erected a cross upon reaching the coast of Namibia. The site extends approximately 50 meters into the South Atlantic Ocean, serving as a historical marker of early Portuguese exploration.

Getting There

The site is accessible from the Lüderitz city centre via a short drive. Depending on traffic and the specific starting point, the journey typically takes about 5 to 10 minutes.

Visit Duration

Visitors generally spend 30 to 60 minutes at the headland to view the marker and the surrounding coastline.

When to Visit

The area is exposed to the Atlantic Ocean, so weather conditions can change quickly. It is advisable to check local wind and fog forecasts before visiting. The site does not typically experience heavy crowds.

Nearby Attractions

The location can be combined with other nearby points of interest on the peninsula:

  • Diaz Point Lighthouse: 0.5km
  • Halifax Island: 1.9km
  • Lüderitz Bay: 5.5km
  • Shark Island Lighthouse: 6.4km

Updated September 8, 2026 · Edited by the World by City editors

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Itineraries including this place

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Lüderitz 2-Day Itinerary (1 Nights)

A 2-day route through Lüderitz grouped by daily travel distance for optimal sightseeing.

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Diaz Point lighthouse

Views & landmarks

Diaz Point lighthouse

A lighthouse standing on Diaz Point, on the Atlantic coast near Lüderitz. It offers fine views of the sea stretching along the coastline.

0.5 km away
Halifax Island

Nature

Halifax Island

A small rocky island off the coast of Lüderitz, Namibia, about 100 meters from the mainland. It is known as one of Namibia's leading breeding sites for African penguins.

1.9 km away
Lüderitz Bay

Nature

Lüderitz Bay

A bay on the coast of Namibia. The city of Lüderitz sits at its edge, so visitors can enjoy coastal scenery along with a taste of town life.

5.5 km away
Shark Island Lighthouse

Views & landmarks

Shark Island Lighthouse

A lighthouse in the harbor of Lüderitz, Namibia, built in 1903 and lit until 1910. It's a white cylindrical tower with red trim, now converted inside into guest rooms as part of a resort.

6.4 km away
Evangelical Lutheran Church

Temples & religious sites

Evangelical Lutheran Church

The Evangelical Lutheran Church is a landmark that represents Lüderitz. Built atop a rocky hill on Diamond Hill, it's also nicknamed the "Rock Church."

6.5 km away
Penguin Island

Nature

Penguin Island

A small island floating in Lüderitz Bay, located just south of Seal Island. It's a great spot to take in the calm scenery of the bay.

6.9 km away